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24 April 2026
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Indileni Daniel

Also known as: minister Indileni Daniel · Minister of environment and tourism Daniel · Environment and tourism minister Indileni Daniel · minister of environment and tourism Indileni Daniel · minister of environment and tourism · Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism · Minister Daniel · the Minister of Environment · the Minister of Environment and Tourism · the environment minister · Environment Minister Indileni Daniel · Environment minister · Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism Indileni Daniel

Environment and Tourism Minister overseeing conservation, petroleum policy, and climate response; also serves as Swapo party women's council coordinator.

Mining & Energy

Minister rejects claims president will issue petroleum licences

The News

Environment Minister Indileni Daniel said the president will not be issuing petroleum licences, contrary to opposition claims, as this is an administrative duty. The amendment bill to place the petroleum sector under the Presidency requires oversight by the highest executive level for strategic national resources, though opposition parliamentarians dispute the move on constitutional and accountability grounds.

21 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Saturday 21 February

  1. Minister rejects claims president will issue petroleum licences

    Environment Minister Indileni Daniel said the president will not be issuing petroleum licences, contrary to opposition claims, as this is an administrative duty. The amendment bill to place the petroleum sector under the Presidency requires oversight by the highest executive level for strategic national resources, though opposition parliamentarians dispute the move on constitutional and accountability grounds.

    21 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 20 February

  1. Minister Daniel backs putting petroleum under presidential control

    Environment and Tourism Minister Indileni Daniel has expressed support for placing petroleum oversight under the Presidency, arguing that the sector is a strategic national resource requiring supervision at the highest executive level to ensure coordinated leadership, protect national interests, and maintain investor confidence. Daniel told Parliament that the arrangement aligns with the Constitution and is necessary for coordinating international negotiations and inter-ministerial work on oil and gas projects.

    20 February 2026 · Informanté →

Friday 13 February

  1. Namibia's tourism sector recovers to 79% of pre-pandemic levels

    Namibia recorded 1.26 million international tourist arrivals in 2024, a 45.5% increase from 2023, with the high-end sector experiencing robust recovery driven by demand for eco-conscious, low-density experiences in destinations like Etosha, Sossusvlei, and emerging remote areas. The sector is projected to generate N$4.6 billion in 2025 with continued growth expected from improved air connectivity and diversified marketing strategies.

    13 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Sunday 8 February

  1. Drought costing Namibia billions annually amid climate crisis

    Namibia loses billions of dollars yearly to drought, with the 2023–2024 drought described as the worst in over a century leaving over one million people food insecure and reducing dam levels by more than 70%. The Ministry of Environment and Tourism warns that climate change and rising temperatures are intensifying extreme weather events and threatening economic growth and development, emphasizing the need for proactive investment in infrastructure, ecosystems and climate finance.

    8 February 2026 · The Namibian →

Tuesday 3 February

  1. Workshop addresses environmental stewardship, gender in disaster resilience

    Government stakeholders held an inter-stakeholder engagement workshop in Windhoek focused on establishing environmental stewardship and embedding gender mainstreaming across resilience efforts. Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare called for science-based approaches and resilience education, while ministers highlighted the need for climate-smart infrastructure, differentiated support for women and vulnerable groups, and integrated policy responses to escalating climate risks.

    3 February 2026 · New Era →

Sunday 1 February

  1. Environment minister calls for efficiency despite budget cuts

    The Minister of Environment, Forestry and Tourism has urged staff to complete work efficiently within official hours and avoid overtime amid severe budget constraints. The ministry received a Development Budget of N$70 million for 2025-2026 but has only spent 45% of that allocation, though key infrastructure projects were completed at tourism sites and facilities.

    1 February 2026 · Informanté →

Saturday 31 January

  1. Environment minister demands improved performance and accountability

    Minister Indileni Daniel has warned staff against poor performance and weak accountability, demanding immediate improvements in project implementation, communication and service delivery. She noted the ministry spent only N$31 million of its N$70 million allocation and warned that delays and weak oversight will no longer be tolerated.

    31 January 2026 · The Namibian →

Friday 30 January

  1. Namibia named Africa's top tourism destination for 2025

    Namibia was officially recognised by the African Tourism Board as Africa's top tourism destination for 2025, citing its authentic experiences, vast low-density landscapes, and conservation-focused tourism. The country recorded 1.26 million tourist arrivals in 2024, a 45.5% increase from 2023, with South Africa, Germany, and the United States as leading source markets.

    30 January 2026 · New Era →

Tuesday 27 January

  1. Environment Minister urges proactive climate and disaster resilience strategies

    Namibia's Minister of Environment and Tourism called for proactive approaches to climate funding and natural disaster management, noting that the country faces systemic climate risks including droughts, floods, and wildfires that threaten agriculture, food security, and livelihoods. The minister emphasized that Namibia, one of Africa's driest regions with temperatures rising 1.2 degrees Celsius above the global average, must shift from reactive responses to preventive investment in infrastructure, ecosystems, and institutions.

    27 January 2026 · Informanté →

Monday 19 January

  1. Environment ministry calls for end to illegal sand and gravel mining

    Environment Minister Indileni Daniel has urged an end to illegal sand and gravel mining across Namibia, noting that such activities lack required Environmental Clearance Certificates and pose serious risks including land degradation, riverbank erosion, and threats to water and food security. The ministry plans regional stakeholder engagements on new Sand and Gravel Mining Regulations to balance development with environmental protection.

    19 January 2026 · New Era →

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